1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Volvo S80, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
