2007 Lexus LS vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
