1976 Volvo 265 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Volvo 265 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | 265 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |