1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 23 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1283 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.
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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 2011 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 944 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Porsche | Lincoln |
Model | 944 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3023 mm |