1979 Volvo 260 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1121 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.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 260 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | 260 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
