2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 929 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
