2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
