1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 944 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
