1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-150 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 930 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |