1980 Volvo 260 vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, both 1980 Volvo 260 and 1980 Lancia Trevi were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 260 | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Volvo | Lancia |
| Model | 260 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
