These are standard specifications for the 1983 Porsche 944, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Chassis # WP0ZZZ94ZDN463403
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Chassis # WP0AA0942DN462558
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Chassis # WP0AA0949DN465229
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Chassis # WP0AA0944DN464196
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Data updated June 2024
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
Production Years for Series : | 1982 - 1991 |
Price : | $19,000 |
Weight : | 2700 lbs | 1224.699 kg |
Introduced At : | 1981 Frankfurt |
Performance
0-60 mph : | 8.7 seconds. |
Top Speed : | 135 mph | 217.215 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
Inline 4 | |
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Displacement : | 2479 cc | 151.3 cu in. | 2.5 L. |
Power : | 174 BHP (128.064 KW) @ 5800 RPM |
Torque : | 140 Ft-Lbs (190 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
Valvetrain : | 32 OHC (8 valves per cylinder) |
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
Total Porsche Production for 1983 : | 21,831 |
Total 1983 944 production : | 5,490 |
1983 Porsche 944 |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
Chassis # WP0ZZZ94ZDN463403
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Chassis # WP0AA0949DN465229
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Chassis # WP0AA0944DN464196
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Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 168.9 in | 4290 mm. |
Width : | 68.3 in | 1735 mm. |
Height : | 50.2 in | 1275 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 94.5 in | 2400 mm. |
Front Track : | 58.2 in | 1478 mm. |
Rear Track : | 57.1 in | 1450 mm. |
Handling
Steering | |
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Rack and Pinion |
Recall
Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
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Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
Mfr Report Date | 19811001 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 83V111000 |
Summary | THE REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT INCLUDE EMERGENCY-LOCKING OR AUTOMATIC-LOCKING RETRACTORS. THE BELTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION'. |
Remedy | RECALLED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE RIGHT REAR SEAT BELT AND A PORTION TO THE LEFT BELT REPLACED WITH RETRACTABLE BELTS. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS; REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS OMISSION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO REARSEAT OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION. |
Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY |
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Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
Mfr Report Date | 19820201 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V095000 |
Summary | REAR SPRING PLATES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TEMPERED AND ARE NOT OF THE PROPER HARDNESS VALUE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE PLATES COULD CRACK AND/OR BREAK, AFFECT LATERAL GUIDANCE OF THE REAR WHEEL, AND RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CAR WHICH MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. |
Remedy | TEST TO IDENTIFY SPRING PLATES WHICH ARE IMPROPERLY HARDENED AND REPLACE AS NECESSARY. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. SYSTEM: REAR SPRING PLATES. |
Data updated June 2024
1983 Averages
Avg. Household Income : | $21,070 |
Avg. Home : | $82,600 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1983 Porsche 944?
Q: How fast is the 1983 Porsche 944? A: The 1983 Porsche 944 has a top speed of 135 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1983 Porsche 944? A: The 1983 Porsche 944 has a wheelbase size of 94.50 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1983 Porsche 944? A: The 1983 Porsche 944 has a length of 168.90 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1983 Porsche 944? A: The 1983 Porsche 944 has a width of 68.30 inches.Q: How much did the 1983 Porsche 944 cost when new?A: The 1983 Porsche 944 had a base price of approximately $19,000 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1983 Porsche 944? A: The 1983 Porsche 944 was a Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 1983? A: Porsche produced 21,831 automobiles in 1983.Q: How many 1983 944s were produced? A: Porsche produced 5,490 examples of the 944 in 1983.Q: What engine did the 1983 Porsche 944 have? A: The engine powering the 1983 Porsche 944 was a Inline 4 (2479 cc | 151.3 cu in. | 2.5 L.) with 174 BHP (128.064 KW) @ 5800 RPM and 140 Ft-Lbs (190 NM) @ 3000 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1983 Porsche 944 have? A: The 1983 Porsche 944 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.