2007 Proton Satria vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Satria | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Satria | 264 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
