2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 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 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
