1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1978 Volvo 265 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 61 kg more than 1978 Volvo 265.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Aspen | 265 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
