1984 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 930 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
