1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Superb. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 930 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
