1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Shadow | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |