1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 32 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 944 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
