1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | 960 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |