1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Cosmo | 265 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
