1982 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Scirocco | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |