1983 Porsche 959 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Porsche 959 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 959 | 260 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |