2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500.
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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2500 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | G |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |