2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 98 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
