2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 199 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
Because 1986 Porsche 944 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 1986 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Primera | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
