1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
