2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 (323 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |
