2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2500 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2480 mm |
