1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 25 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 142 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 2012 Opel Combo, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 911 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
