2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo 120 weights approximately 50 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2300 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
