1993 Porsche 993 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 993 | 264 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
