1977 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 969 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
