1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 23 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2774 mm |
