1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2360 mm |
