2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 910 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | 260 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
