1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 24 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 930 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
