2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | 265 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |