2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
