1984 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Kia Joice

To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.

Because 1984 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice. 1999 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Porsche 911 1999 Kia Joice
Make Porsche Kia
Model 911 Joice
Year Released 1984 1999
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3164 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 229 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2730 mm


 

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