1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 996 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
