1979 Porsche 930 vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 28 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 178 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 230 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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 930 | 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 930 | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |