1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 1978 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
