1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Porsche 914 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 914 | 960 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |