1989 Volvo 760 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 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 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 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 760 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 760 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3450 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
