2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Falcon | 260 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |