2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Alero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Alero weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Alero | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
