2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (440 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
