2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volvo |
| Model | G34 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
