1982 Porsche 930 vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 930 | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 930 | 740 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |