1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche Boxster | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Boxster | 260 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |