1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | 260 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |