2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
