2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 8 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
