2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1985 Nissan AZ-1
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 (195 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 (277 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 1985 Nissan AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1985 Nissan AZ-1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
