1978 Lotus 79 vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, both 1978 Lotus 79 and 1978 Volvo 265 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lotus 79 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lotus 79 (484 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lotus 79 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1978 Lotus 79.
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. 1978 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lotus 79 has manual transmission. 1978 Lotus 79 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lotus 79 | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | 79 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1404 kg |
