1991 Porsche 944 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850. 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 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 944 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 944 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
