1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 24 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 944 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 944 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |