1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
