1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 20 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 67 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 968 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
