1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 43 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.

Because 1987 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Porsche 911 2007 Skoda Fabia
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 Fabia
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3164 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 92.8 mm
Top Speed 243 km/hour 196 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1172 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 45 L


 

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