2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 710 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayenne | 959 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
