2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Rover 2000. 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | B2500 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |
