1963 Rover P6 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Rover P6.
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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P6 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | P6 | 265 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |