2004 Nissan Altima vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 131 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 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 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Altima | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
