2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265. 1978 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Falcon | 265 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |