2005 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 26 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 27 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen GTI | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | GTI | 260 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
