1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 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 190 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 930 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
