1980 Volvo 265 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 265 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 265 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
