2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | B3000 | 390 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
