2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | B2300 | 240 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |