2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 770 kg more than 1982 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 Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | 265 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
