2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 708 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 928. 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2238 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
