2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 29 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | 4Runner | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
