1985 Peugeot 504 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 504 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 504. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 504. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 504 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 504 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
