2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 26 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1980 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Drifter | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2848 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
