1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
