2007 Peugeot Boxer vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1980 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 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot Boxer | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | Boxer | 265 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
