1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Renault 19.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault 19. 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 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
