1980 Volvo 260 vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 260 | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 260 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
