2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 26 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 282 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.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | STS | 265 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
