2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 123 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econovan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
