1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 249 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Porsche 930 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 930 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |