1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, both 1980 Mercedes-Benz G and 1980 Volvo 260 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | G | 260 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |