1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 1990 Porsche 928

To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Pontiac Rageous 1990 Porsche 928
Make Pontiac Porsche
Model Rageous 928
Year Released 1999 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5737 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 312 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2510 mm


 

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