2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 23 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 914 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.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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 (431 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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. 2001 Cadillac Vizon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Vizon | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
