1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
