2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 544 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Terrano | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |