1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 27 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 1982 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 944 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
