2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B3000 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
