2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 98 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
