2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
