1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Sunny | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |