1979 Porsche 930 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 930 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 930 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |