1980 Volvo 260 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 946 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 260 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 260 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
