2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 30 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 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
