2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 28 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | QX56 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
