1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
