1980 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 240 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 240 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
