1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | B2500 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |