2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 22 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
