2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 18 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | SSR | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |