1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 993 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
