2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 29 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Equator | 265 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
