1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Trailrunner | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
