1996 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 1980 Volvo 265 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 265. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 265 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
