1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 24 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
