2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Bluebird 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) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. 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 1981 Nissan Bluebird. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2530 mm |
