1981 Volvo 260 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Volvo 260 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 260 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |