1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 964 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 964 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2774 mm |