2011 Nissan Murano vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 471 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volvo 260 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Murano | 260 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2660 mm |
