1984 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 571 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 944 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 944 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
