2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 738 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | KB | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2479 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
