1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 928 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 928 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
