1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 346 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 944 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3048 mm |
