2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | 265 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
