1979 Volvo 260 vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. Both 1979 Volvo 260 and 1975 Volvo 264 are equipped with a 2,664 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Volvo 260 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 260 | 264 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |