1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 944 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | 944 | Savana |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2680 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3429 mm |