1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | Boxster | 960 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 263 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |