1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 265 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
