1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | 260 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
