2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (334 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 2005 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1476 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
