1980 Volvo 265 vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1241 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.
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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 265 | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Volvo | Lincoln |
| Model | 265 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 127 L |
