1993 Porsche 928 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
