2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Mazda B2500. 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 1974 Toyota Century. 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2870 mm |
