1999 Audi TT vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
