2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
