1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V70. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1999 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
