2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
