2007 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 265 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
