2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | 265 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |