1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 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 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Pulsar | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pulsar | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |