1982 Buick Estate vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 2 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 385 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | 265 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |