1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
