1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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 Pan Americana (310 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (143 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Pan Americana | 245 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |