1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 9 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
