1980 Porsche 930 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Porsche 930 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 930 | 400 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |