1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Corsair | 265 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
