1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
