1977 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 76 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 1977 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 930 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
