2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 822 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Navara | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
