1991 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
