2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 189 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Quest | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |