1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Pontiac |
| Model | 944 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
