2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | 260 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
