2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 28 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Astro | 260 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
