1979 Porsche 930 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 51 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 930 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 930 | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |