2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 724 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.
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 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Equus | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
