1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 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) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Defender | 930 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
