2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 29 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2500 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |
