1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 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 705 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
