1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1978 Volvo 265 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1978 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Skyline | 265 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
