2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
