1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 28 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 114 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 1983 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 1983 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain. 2011 GMC Terrain 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. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 930 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
