1971 Porsche 914 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 914 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
