1985 Porsche 944 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.
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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244. 1974 Volvo 244 has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 244 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 944 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
