1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
