1984 Porsche 930 vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 1984 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 1984 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Sienna. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
