1984 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 552 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 930. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 930. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 930 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
