1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 930 | 120 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |