2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayman | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1289 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
