1995 Porsche 928 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 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 216 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 928 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
