1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 928 | NV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
