2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2660 mm |
