1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 928 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 928 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
