2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1991 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 309 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 101 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 309. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1991 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B3000 | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
