1981 Volvo 265 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 265 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 265 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
