2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | 244 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
