1993 Porsche 968 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 968 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 968 | 740 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |