1986 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1986 Porsche 911 and 1990 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,164 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
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, both vehicles can yield 286 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
