2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor 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 105 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda B3000 1963 Vauxhall Victor
Make Mazda Vauxhall
Model B3000 Victor
Year Released 2005 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 109 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.3:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1671 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 48 L


 

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