1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
