1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
