1979 Volvo 260 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 33 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, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 260 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 260 | TT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2469 mm |
