2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Naked | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 74 L |
