1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 544 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |