2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. (222 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (440 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. (407 Nm). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Range Rover | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
