1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
