2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Skoda L. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B2500 | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
