2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 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 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 55 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | 260 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1295 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
