1979 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Grand Livina, 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 260 | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 260 | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
