1992 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1992 Opel Vectra. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Vectra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
