1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 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 109 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
