1968 AMC AMX vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1977 Volvo 260 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 27 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | AMX | 260 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
