1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 22 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 944 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2680 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2946 mm |
