1982 Peugeot 305 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, both 1982 Peugeot 305 and 1982 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 305, 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Peugeot 305 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 305 | 944 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |