2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Nitro | 265 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2660 mm |
