1981 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 911 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 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440, 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 911 | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
