1985 Porsche 930 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 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 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 930 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 930 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |