2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2500 | XT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
