2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
