1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
