1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 19 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1000 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Hunaudieres | 260 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
