1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2000 Honda Passport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Passport.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (281 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Passport. 2000 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2000 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 944 | Passport |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
