2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B2300 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |