1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 944 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |