1992 Porsche 968 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 968 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
