1978 Porsche 936 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 936 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 936 | 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 936 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 895 kg |