1977 Volvo 260 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Volvo 260 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 1977 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1977 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 260 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 260 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
