1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 950 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 930 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 930 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
