2001 Acura RSX vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 20 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 136 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura RSX, 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 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
