1992 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Opel Vectra. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Vectra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Vectra | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
