1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S80 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | S80 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |