1988 Audi 200 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 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 1977 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
