1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 2005 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 930 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
