2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Pilot | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
