1984 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 28 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 944 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 1984 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 944 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 944 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
