1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 23 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 160 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lumina | 260 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
