1981 Porsche 930 vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 930 | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 930 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
