2006 Honda Element vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 27 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
