1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | S80 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |