2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
