2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3080 mm |
