1981 Volvo 260 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 31 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 260 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Volvo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 260 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3465 mm |
