1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 449 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 968 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Porsche | Jeep |
Model | 968 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 74 L |