1987 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Kadett | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
