2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf 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 17 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
