2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 29 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Cruze | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
