1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 21 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 423 kg more 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 944 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
