2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | B3000 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
