1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 30 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70. 2008 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 930 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
