1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Vanette | 260 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2660 mm |
