1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet 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 20 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Datsun | Volvo |
| Model | Violet | 265 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
