2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
