1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 8 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 174 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
