1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
