2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | 180 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
