1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volvo |
| Model | G21 | 264 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
