1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 211 | 924 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |