1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 925 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
