1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 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 21 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Boxster | 740 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |