2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
