1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Vanette | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Vanette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2360 mm |
