1978 Volvo 264 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 35 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 264 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 264 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2475 mm |
