2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | 265 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
