1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 144 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
