1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 260 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1976 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 260 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
