2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 547 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
