1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1980 Volvo 265 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 265 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |