2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 80 L |