1976 Porsche 912 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Porsche 912 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 912 | 440 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |