1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Sunny, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
