2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Xterra | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Xterra | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |