1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 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), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 574 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 944 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
