1980 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Astra | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
