1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1976 Volvo 265

To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Volvo 265 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 265. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Fellow 1976 Volvo 265
Make Daihatsu Volvo
Model Fellow 265
Year Released 1970 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 356 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 33 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59 mm 73 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 495 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2660 mm


 

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