2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Horizon 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 92 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 691 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | B3000 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
