2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 32 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B3000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
