1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
