1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 993 (341 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 993 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
