2002 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
