1988 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
