1990 Volvo 780 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volvo 780 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | 780 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2416 mm |