1986 Porsche 944 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 944 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 944 | Viva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |