1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 175 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 Vauxhall Omega (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
