2002 Ford Econoline vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 21 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econoline | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
