1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | 265 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
