1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (288 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (410 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 928 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3023 mm |
