1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 1998 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S40. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40, 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S40. (299 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 968 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
