1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |