1995 Toyota Supra vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1995 Toyota Supra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Supra | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Supra | 260 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
