1979 Porsche 930 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 194 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 930 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 930 | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |