1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 260. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Venturi Atlantique | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Venturi | Volvo |
Model | Atlantique | 260 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |