2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pathfinder | 265 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
