1983 Porsche 930 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR 420. (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR 420.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Porsche 930 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 930 | 420 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |