2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Titan | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
