1979 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 386 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260.
Because 1979 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 1979 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2010 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 260 | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Volvo | Lancia |
| Model | 260 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
