2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | 244 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
