2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |
