2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1679 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
