1960 TVR Grantura vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 TVR Grantura | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Grantura | 260 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
