1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 523 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968. 2012 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 968 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
