1983 Porsche 959 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 959 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 959 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
