Sweden vs Sweden — 1944 vs 2014
| PV444 Sport | V60 Polestar Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 51 hp | 367 hp |
| Torque | 70 lb-ft | 347 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,414 cc | 1,969 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 22.0 sec | 4.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 81 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 23.0 sec | 12.9 sec |
| Weight | 2,293 lbs | 3,935 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,776 mm |
| Length | 4,390 mm | 4,635 mm |
| Units Produced | 196,004 | 1,500 |
| Original MSRP | $1,800 | $60,400 |
| Value (Excellent) | $40,000 | $55,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 8/10 |
The 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1944 Volvo PV444 Sport counters with lighter weight, better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Volvo stable, the 1944 Volvo PV444 Sport and 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Volvo badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance holds a clear advantage in raw power with 367 hp compared to 51 hp, a 316-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Volvo PV444 uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 1,414 cc, while the Volvo V60 Polestar relies on a Inline-4 Turbo Supercharged DOHC with 1,969 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance edges ahead at 4.4 seconds versus 22.0 seconds. The Volvo PV444 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1642 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,500 units built, the 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance is considerably scarcer than the Volvo PV444's 196,004 examples.