2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 780. 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) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | BT-50 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |
