1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 595 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2350 mm |
