2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Range Rover | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |