1995 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Volvo 260 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | 260 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
