2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
