1988 Toyota Supra vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 10 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Supra | 265 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
