1981 Volvo 260 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 721 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 260 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 260 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
