1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 13 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
