1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Sedan | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Sedan | 993 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |