1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1260 mm |
