1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 59 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | 208 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
