2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
