1980 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1245 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 860 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 260 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | 260 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3117 mm |
