2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 206 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
