2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 222 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Terrano II | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano II | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
