1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Vanette | 930 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2510 mm |
