2006 TVR Tamora vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tamora | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tamora | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
