1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 663 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 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 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 928 (500 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 928 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
