1977 Datsun 280 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1987 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280. (125 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Datsun 280 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Datsun | Porsche |
| Model | 280 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
