1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1999 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
