1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1996 Volvo S90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S90 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 928 | S90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |