1987 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2355 mm |
