1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 73 L |
