2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | 265 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
