1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 229 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
