1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 19 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 890 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 968 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 140 L |
