1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944.
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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 944 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 944 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |