2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B3000 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
