2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 12 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 65 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo.
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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo 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:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Porsche |
| Model | Rezzo | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
