2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pathfinder | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |