2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
