1999 Kia Joice vs. 1981 Porsche 930

To start off, 1999 Kia Joice 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.

Because 1981 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 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Joice 1981 Porsche 930
Make Kia Porsche
Model Joice 930
Year Released 1999 1981
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1977 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2510 mm


 

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