2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Vectra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Opel Vectra.
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, 1992 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
