1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 968 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
