1987 Nissan Vanette 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 Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette 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 (450 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Vanette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2355 mm |
