1984 Porsche 944 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944.
Because 1984 Porsche 944 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 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 944 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 944 | ION |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
