1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 1992 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 968 | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 968 | Pintara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |