1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Achieva | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |