1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 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 163 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. 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 1990 Volvo 440. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
