2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-150 | 260 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2660 mm |