2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 866 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
