1993 Volvo 480 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 480 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 480 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
