1979 Datsun 280 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, both 1979 Datsun 280 and 1979 Volvo 260 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1979 Datsun 280. 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280. 1979 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1979 Datsun 280 has manual transmission. 1979 Datsun 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Datsun 280 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Datsun | Volvo |
Model | 280 | 260 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2751 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |