1999 Nissan Crew vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. 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, 1977 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew. 1977 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Crew | 260 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |