1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 27 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 930 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2764 mm |
