1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 265 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
