1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (317 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
