1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 930 | Maverick |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |