1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
