1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
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 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Laurel | 260 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
