1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 905 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
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 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
