1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 104 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 912 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
