1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
