1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |