1985 Porsche 924 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 924 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 924 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2478 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
