2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2477 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |