2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 15 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 1979 Subaru Coupe 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. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2500 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
