1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 18 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 146 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Chairman | 260 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |