1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 3 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GTV6 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
