2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volvo 120 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | B2300 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |