1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 697 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260. 1977 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Lotec | Volvo |
Model | C 1000 | 260 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5498 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |