2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |