1978 Porsche 930 vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 1994 Volvo 460 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 460. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 930 | 460 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |