1993 Toyota Previa vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 260 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260.
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, 1976 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 1976 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Previa | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Previa | 260 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |