1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 176 kg more than 1978 Volvo 265.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 265 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |