1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 930. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 930 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 930 | Armada |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3129 mm |