1987 Nissan Santana vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Santana | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Santana | Panamera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |