1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
