2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 505. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2910 mm |
