1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
