1980 Volvo 260 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 19 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 260 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 260 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
