2005 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
