1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 7 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 260 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
