1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 935 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 930 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
