2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 154 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |
