1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
