1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 930 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
