1968 Triumph 2.5 vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 1980 Volvo 343 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. 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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2.5 | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | 2.5 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
