1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
