1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 473 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Impala | 265 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
