1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 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 72 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V90. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
