2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |
