1979 Volvo 265 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 265 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 265 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3002 mm |
