1979 Porsche 930 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 930 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
