2005 Isuzu KB vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 26 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB. 2005 Isuzu KB has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu KB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu KB | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | KB | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3299 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
