1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 598 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |