1979 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, both 1979 Pontiac Phoenix and 1979 Porsche 930 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Phoenix.
Because 1979 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Phoenix, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Phoenix | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Phoenix | 930 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |