2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 23 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Equus | 260 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
