2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 145. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
