2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 27 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 502 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volvo 260 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Trajet (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Trajet | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
