2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 727 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | 260 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2660 mm |
