2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
