1981 Volvo 260 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 28 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 260 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | 260 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
