2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
