2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265.
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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | 265 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |