1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
