1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1141 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
