1993 Audi S2 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1993 Audi S2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Audi S2. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi S2. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S2 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
