1989 Porsche 944 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944.
Because 1989 Porsche 944 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 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 944 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 944 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
