2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
