2000 Porsche RGT vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche RGT | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | RGT | 260 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
