1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Camaro | 944 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
