2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 41 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 1983 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 1983 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Cee'd | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |