1984 Ford GT vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1984 Ford GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 260 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
