2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 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 1 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B3000 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
