1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 30 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, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | 944 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
