1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 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 159 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 242 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 930 | 242 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
