1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 1982 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 944 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
