2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 689 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano | 964 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
