2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 260 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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, 1976 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | 260 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
