1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 24 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 51 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 338 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
