1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 944 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
