2003 Honda Z vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 15 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 111 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Z 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:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 944 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
