1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 28 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 944 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |
