1981 Porsche 944 vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 944 | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Porsche | Willys-Overland |
Model | 944 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |