1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 30 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 930 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
