2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Porsche | Volvo |
Model | 911 | 760 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |