1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 34 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (239 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 93 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
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, 2012 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 930 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
