2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B2500 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
