1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 20 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 979 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 930 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
