1993 Porsche 928 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 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 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
