2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | 265 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |