1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 930. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 930 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
