2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
