2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 B3000 (244 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | B3000 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
