2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |
