2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 22 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 930. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 930. (431 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 930. 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | 930 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
