1985 Porsche 944 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 25 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 944 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
