2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | 265 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
