2011 Dodge Durango vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 978 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | 260 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2660 mm |
