1989 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Volvo 240 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | 240 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |