1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 15 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 156 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Avenger | 930 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
