1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 17 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 186 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 260 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
