2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 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 52 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B3000 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
