2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2238 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |