2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
