1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 15 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Step Wagon | 260 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
