2003 Nissan Murano vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 444 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Murano | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | 944 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
