1991 Porsche 928 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
