1995 Nissan Almera vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, both 1995 Nissan Almera and 1995 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 993 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 1995 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera, 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Almera | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Almera | 993 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |