2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1979 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 164 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 153 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 164.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 164. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1979 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayman | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3350 mm |
