2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 809 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | SSR | 944 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |