1968 Renault 8 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 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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, 1977 Volvo 260 (218 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1977 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 1977 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 8 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
