1977 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 911 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
