1998 Lada 111 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111, 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada 111 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | 111 | 930 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |