1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 630 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 260 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
