2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 1987 Porsche 944 (195 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Vamos | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
