2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Triumph TR6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | B2500 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2240 mm |
