2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
