2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Equinox | 912 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |