2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B2500 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |
