2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 930. 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Excursion | 930 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |