1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Quattro | 930 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 |