2009 Toyota Camry vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 284 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Volvo 265 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 265. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Camry | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | 265 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
