2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 209 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econovan | 912 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
