1968 Volvo 120 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
