2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 318 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Almera | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Almera | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |