1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota MR2. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
