1980 Volvo 260 vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 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 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 210 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 260 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1580 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 |
