2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2300 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
