1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 505 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
