1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | 944 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |