1980 Volvo 66 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 66 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | 66 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1801 mm |