1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 930 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 1997 Chevrolet Express 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | 968 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |