1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 968 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
