1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 944 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
Model | 944 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2680 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |