1980 Porsche 930 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Porsche 930 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 930 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
