2004 Acura MDX vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 16 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (214 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 794 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 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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 (351 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | MDX | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
