1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Quattro | 930 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |