2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914.
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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econovan | 914 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
