1978 Volvo 264 vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 264 | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | 264 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
