1982 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 77 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Volvo 260 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 260 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3193 mm |