1979 Volvo 265 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1979 Volvo 265 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Volvo 265. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 265 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | 265 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2547 mm |
