1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 60 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |