2004 Ford Econoline vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econoline | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Econoline | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |