1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60, 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. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Pan Americana | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2776 mm |
