1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 1999 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
