1991 Porsche 928 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 928 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 928 | 265 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |