2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
