2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 23 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
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, 1981 Volvo 260 (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda S2000 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | 260 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |