2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
