2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
