2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Carrera GT | 343 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
