2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 58 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B3000 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2590 mm |
