2001 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 21 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Cobra | 265 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |