2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 28 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
