1980 Volvo 66 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 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 444 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 66 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 66 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
