2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | B2500 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |