1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
