1992 Porsche 928 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |
