1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Phoenix | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
