1994 Porsche 993 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
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 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 993 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
