2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B3000 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
