2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 31 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 265 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
