1978 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 682 kg more than 1978 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 260. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 260 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 260 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
