2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 457 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2740 mm |
