1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 418 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | 944 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
