1974 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1978 Volvo 265 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 100 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Passat | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | 265 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
