1995 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2415 mm |
