2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
