1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 380 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 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Vanden Plas | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
