1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 10 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 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pickup | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
