1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | TR3 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
