2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 1978 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Cruze | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
