2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 1994 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2500 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |
