2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX4 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
