1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 19 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 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 930 | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 930 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
