1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 968 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 968 | 240 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |