1982 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 623 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.

Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. 2012 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1982 Porsche 930 2012 SsangYong Kyron
Make Porsche SsangYong
Model 930 Kyron
Year Released 1982 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 85.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm