2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 19 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
