2000 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
