1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 157 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Ford Focus, 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 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 930 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 930 | Focus |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2614 mm |