1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 23 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 930 | V70 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |