1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 32 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 930 | T5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |