2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (431 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
