1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
