2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | BT-50 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
