1979 Seat 124 vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 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) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
