1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | 240 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
