2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Micra | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |