1990 Toyota Supra vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 10 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 157 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265. 1980 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Supra | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Supra | 265 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |