1981 Volvo 260 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 631 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 260 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | 260 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
