1991 Venturi Coupe vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Coupe | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | 260 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
