1995 Porsche 928 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
