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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 678 kg more 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
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 | 2970 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
