1998 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 930 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
