2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | 265 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
