1980 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 199 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 260 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 260 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
