1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
