1985 Porsche 944 Speaker Sizes
The 1985 Porsche 944 factory audio system features front door panel and rear door panel locations that accommodate 4x6 inch units. Full-range drivers serve as compatible replacement and upgrade options for a 4 inch speaker size.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 4x6 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 4x6 | Full-Range |
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1985 Porsche 944 Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01985 Porsche 944 Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1985 Porsche 944 utilizes 4x6 inch openings in both front and rear door panels, which may limit upgrade options compared to more common circular speaker sizes found in many vehicles.
- Full-range speakers represent the compatible type for all four door locations, suggesting that the factory audio configuration likely did not include separate tweeters or dedicated high-frequency drivers in the door panels.
- Replacing the front door panel speakers might take priority during upgrades, as these locations typically provide more direct sound projection toward occupants than rear-mounted units.
- The 4x6 inch format allows for oval or rectangular speaker designs, which some manufacturers engineer with dual voice coils or multiple cone materials to extend frequency response within the size constraints.
- Sound improvement potential exists through aftermarket full-range speakers that incorporate features like polypropylene or treated paper cones, silk dome tweeters, and higher power handling compared to original equipment.
- The single DIN radio specification indicates that the 1985 Porsche 944 head unit occupies a standard 2-inch tall opening, leaving space below for storage or additional components in the center console area.
- Component speaker systems with separate crossovers may prove challenging to implement given the full-range designation, unless custom mounting solutions address tweeter placement independently from the 4x6 inch woofer locations.
- Impedance matching becomes relevant when selecting replacement speakers, as most aftermarket units operate at 4 ohms, which should align with the output capabilities of either factory or aftermarket amplification.