1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 387 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, 2004 Volvo V50, 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | V50 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |