2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 228 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440, 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
