1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 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 159 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 930 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
