2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 260 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
