2009 GMC Savana vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Savana | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1345 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 |
