1984 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 4 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | 265 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |