1986 Porsche 944 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 944 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 944 | 928 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |