2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avanza | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
