2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 139 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Avalanche | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
